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Terra Nova Transport Celebrates 30 Years Terra Nova Transport started as most Load) was made. In January of 2002, Terra the residential zoning of Petitcodiac could Over the years, it has been a great challenge transportation companies do - with a single Nova purchased the assets of Leith Waite not obtain a full time permit. Outstanding to operate a transport company but with the truck. On April 4, 1983 Paul Jorgensen, Transport in PEI. With this acquisition, the community and council support was shown efforts and support of all of their employ- his father Robert Jorgensen and brother-in- fleet doubled in size and it quickly became at a town meeting with the NB DOT and as ees, communities and families we have law Leslie Mann, purchased a company in clear that the company needed a steady such a pilot permit was eventually granted been able to survive the difficult times and Welsford, NB called Vallis and Powell. At Ontario presence. Soon after, Terra Nova by NB DOT on a restricted hours basis. grow during the good. Terra Nova Transport the time, they ran their modest livestock opened a warehouse and cross-dock facility has been and continues to be, a true, family- company from Kensington PEI. After the in Brampton, ON. Five years ago, again Terra Nova Transport was at a turning point. run business and a proud member of the purchase, the company’s name was changed to accommodate the changing demands of It was apparent that a new facility was communities that it operates in. to Terra Nova Transport and it soon became their customer base, a flat bed division was required to house the expanding Atlantic In a show of appreciation for the support apparent that a New Brunswick home base started. Four years ago, Terra Nova Trans- operations that included a growing LCV their surrounding communities has shown would be necessary in order to better ser- port opened a Dartmouth, NS cross-dock division. As such, the owners made the dif- Terra Nova over the years they are hosting vice their growing Atlantic customer base. and warehouse facility. ficult decision to relocate their headquarters an open house style event complete with an to the Salisbury area which could receive old fashioned pig roast, cake, tours, presen- Thirty-five King Street Petitcodiac, NB was In 2009, Leslie Mann made the decision to full permits due to proper zoning and access tations and a ribbon cutting. selected and became home to the owners retire. At that time, Paul’s wife Janice Jor- to the four lane. It was a top priority of and the business headquarters. gensen and son Cody Jorgensen, purchased management to remain in close proximity to They would like to invite all members of his shares. Cody moved his young family their rural roots and the homes of their em- the Salisbury and Petitcodiac areas to their Terra Nova Transport has been many things. from Calgary, AB to Riverview, NB in order ployee base. This year, Terra Nova is proud 30th Anniversary and Grand Opening Cel- It began exclusively hauling livestock. It to head up the operations of the Atlantic to have built and opened the 12,000 square ebration on Saturday, April 6, 2013 between then operated in the woods, running crews provinces. foot facility that now houses their head of- 2pm and 4pm. to cut and harvest wood and excavators for fice, maintenance facility and cross-docking loading. Over the years, in order to combat Soon after his arrival, the owners decided operations. Company-wide Terra Nova has Come celebrate at their new facility located the seasonal nature of livestock, the trucks to pursue a permit to begin running LCVs approximately 50 trucks, 110 trailers and just north of the Salisbury Big Stop! gradually started hauling more and more (Long Combination Vehicles). The compa- over 60 employees spread over the five dry freight. In 1999, the switch to 100% ny received permits from all provinces nec- provinces it operates in. LTL (Less Than Load) and TL (Truck essary to operate the road trains but due to

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Where does the time go?? Speaking of Car Shows the Maritime We had our 8th Annual 4-wheeler draw on Motorsports Hall Of Fame Petty AutoFest Friday March 22nd with a packed house. is being held June1st. So here is hoping The Maritime Motorsports Hall Of Fame everyone is busy preparing those fancy Inc. sends out a BIG Thank you to all that vehicles. Just to reminder you. purchased tickets. This is their big fund The Maritime Motorsports Hall Of Fame raiser for the year. Thank you to all the annual general meeting is being held May volunteers that helped so generously. Of 5th at 1:30pm. All paid up Members have course they couldn’t do this without the voting rights. Everyone is welcome to at- great sponsors that supplied prizes, thank tend. Your ideas are welcome. you so much. Winter seems to be playing an April Fool Just a reminder, the 39th annual Castrol on us this year. I am looking forward to Radical Speedsport show at the Coliseum the daffodils. DOUG'S RECREATION Complex is on April 19- 21st. The follow- ing week the FREX ROD 2013 show is at Your Editor, in SUSSEX is having their ANNUAL RV SHOW AND SALE the Fredericton Exhibition Center April 26 Winona McLean FRIDAY-SUNDAY April 12, 13, & 14th – 28th.

• Race season is about to begin if you would like to make a few extra $$ we are looking for people to help out with the 50/50 LOWER PRICES THAN YOU'VE SEEN at the Petty International AT ANY OTHER SHOW OR SALE THIS YEAR Speedway. - GUARANTEED! • We also have different events This year the show will be held ON LOCATION at Doug's Recreation's through out the year and we are lot. 100s of NEW AND USED always looking for extra help. Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, Park Models, and Tent Trailers. Factory Reps on location ON THE SPOT FINANCING oac

Take Sussex Exit 198 If Interested in Volunteering please call or drop in to the Maritime 116 Cougle Road Motorsports Hall Of Fame Ph: 756-2110 Sussex Corner NB E4E 2S6 LOCAL NEWS & VIEWS WWW.DOUGSRECREATION.COM 506-433-4222 MONTHLY BULLETIN [email protected] Local News & Views Monthly Bulletin is published once a month by the Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame Inc. The purpose of the Local News & Views is to inform the general public what is happening in the Hall of Fame, as well as what is coming up with in each community.

It is also a venue for business to advertise their products and services each month. It is intended to assist all the local Service Clubs in their endeavor to support their communities. Local News & Views will tell the stories of Local people as they go about their day to day activities making a positive difference in their communities. The office is in the Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame located at : Tel: 506-372-4800 Tel: 506-534-2600 David Keirstead – Funeral Director www.keirsteads.ca 5 Hooper Lane, Petitcodiac, NB E4Z 0B4 Phone: 756-2110, Fax 756-2094 Drop in for your complimentary guides Email: [email protected]

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What’s Cooking? General Electric's Response: In Winona’s Thanks for contacting us; I will be happy Kitchen to assist you. The e-mail that you received is correct. Microwaved water and other liquids do not always bubble when they 27 Main St. Petitcodiac reach boiling point. They can actually get SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN superheated and not bubble at all. The superheated liquid will bubble up out of the 2 kg skinless chicken breast, cut in bit size cup when it is moved or when something pieces. like a spoon or tea bag is put into it. 2 tbs. cooking oil, in frying pan Fry chicken until slightly brown To prevent this from happening and caus- Mix together- ing injury, do not heat any liquid for more 1 can pineapple chunks than two minutes per cup. After heating, let 1 small red pepper the cup stand in the microwave for thirty 1 small yellow pepper seconds before moving it or adding any- OPENING ¼ tsp ground ginger thing into it. Remove browned chicken from pan and add mixture to pan. Cook for about 1 minute. Here is what a local high school science To make sauce – teacher had to say on the matter: 'Thanks Juice from pineapple, for the microwave warning. I have seen this ¼ cup vinegar happen before. It is caused by a phenom- FRIDAY ¼ cup ketchup enon known as super heating. It can occur ½ tsp. salt any time water is heated and will particu- 3 tbs. brown sugar larly occur if the vessel that the water is Mix and add to frying pan heated in is new, or when heating a small Simmer to cook, 1-2 minutes amount of water (less than half a cup). th Now add the chicken back to pan to finish cooking. What happens is that the water heats APRIL 12 This should serve 4. faster than the vapor bubbles can form. If the cup is very new, then it is unlikely to have small surface scratches inside it that provide a place for the bubbles to form. As ( and we can’t wait! ) the bubbles cannot form and release some of the heat that has built up, the liquid does not boil, and the liquid continues to heat up well past its boiling point.

What then usually happens is that the liquid is bumped or jarred, which is just enough of a shock to cause the bubbles to rapidly form and expel the hot liquid. The rapid formation of bubbles is also why a carbon- ated beverage spews when opened after Microwaving Water! having been shaken. A 26-year old man decided to have a cup If you pass this on, you could very well of coffee. He took a cup of water and put it save someone from a lot of pain and suf- in the microwave to heat it up (something fering. that he had done numerous times before). I am not sure how long he set the timer 2KG Lantic 650g Lantic 1KG Lantic for, but he wanted to bring the water to a boil. When the timer shut the oven off, White Sugar Icing Sugar Brown Sugar he removed the cup from the oven. As he looked into the cup, he noted that the water $1.50 bg $1.00 carton $1.50 bg was not boiling, but suddenly the water in the cup 'blew up' into his face. The cup remained intact until he threw it out of his Why pay up to $3.39? hand, but all the water had flown out into Limited 10 per type per customer his face due to the build-up of energy . His whole face is blistered and he has 1st and 2nd degree burns to his face which may leave scarring.

He also may have lost partial sight in his left eye. While at the hospital, the doctor Store Hours who was attending to him stated that this is a fairly common occurrence and water Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, (alone) should never be heated in a micro- wave oven. If water is heated in this man- Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm. ner, something should be placed in the cup Page 4. Local News & Views April Petitcodiac Community Calendar 2013 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 -Seniors Club -Library Storytime -Pilates -Geri-fitness -Pilates -Kickboxing -Walking Club -W.C.A.F. -Taking Time for Me -Kids Cove -SJA Junior &Youth -Public Skate Fundraiser Auction -Pee Wee Hockey -Air Cadets -Kickboxing -Legion Noon Meal -Drop-in Play Group -Pee Wee Hockey Tournament Tournament -Public Skate -Merry Makers 2 -Cubs & Scouts -Legion Branch Meeting -Walking Club -Public Skate -ATV Poker Run -Walking Club

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-Pilates - -Church Services -Taking Time for Me -Geri-fitness Library Storytime -Book Club @ Library -Jam Session -Community Prayer -Air Cadets -Kids Cove -Pilates -Kickboxing @ Mennonite Church -Pee Wee Hockey -Walking Club -Kickboxing -SJA Junior &Youth -Legion Ladies Aux. -Walking Club Tournament -Merry Makers 2 -Foot Clinic -Legion Noon Meal -Drop-in Play Group -Welcome to -Women’s Institute -Cubs & Scouts -Foot Clinic -Texas Hold ‘em @ Kindergarten @ Library -Crib Tournament @ -Kiwanis -Walking Club Legion Legion -Village Council

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 -Pilates -Geri-fitness -Walking Club -Cornhill Nursery/ -Taking Time for Me -Kids Cove -Library Storytime -Kickboxing -Jam Session Cedar Café opening & -Church Services -Air Cadets -Kickboxing -Pilates -Drop-in Play Group Grafting Seminar -Walking Club -SJA Junior &Youth -Petitcodiac Sportsman Club -SJA Babysitting -Legion Noon Meal Course @ Boys & -Cubs & Scouts Girls Club -Walking Club -Bowlathon -ATV Club 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 -Pilates -Library Storytime -Church Services -Walking Club -Kickboxing -Pilates -Creative Writing Corner -Movie @ Library -Lego Club @ Library -Air Cadets -Geri-fitness -Legion Noon Meal @ Library -Walking Club -SJA Adult Meeting -Taking Time for Me -Kids Cove -SJA Junior &Youth -Texas Hold ‘em @ -Merry Makers 2 -Kiwanis -Cubs & Scouts -Kickboxing Legion -Walking Club -Dance @ Boys & -Village Council -Drop-in Play Group Girls Club

28 29 30 -Pilates -Church Services -Walking Club -Kickboxing War Museum - Open by appointment. Please call Cathy at 756-2068. -Air Cadets -Geri-fitness Free admission. -Taking Time for Me -Kids Cove -Codiac Classics Maritime Motorsports Hall of Fame Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Air Cadets - 639 F.P.MacLaren Squadron Codiac Classics - Car enthusiasts meet last Kick Boxing - Boys & Girls Club on Tues Hall Rental: No charge for a fund-raiser. Air Cadets meet Mon. at 6 pm at Legion. Monday of the month at Kiwanis building & Thurs at 7:30 pm. $10/month or $2/eve- Wedding Reception, Birthday Celebration, New members welcome. @7 pm. New members welcome. ning. More info at 534-2250. or other function: $141.50. Arena - Close April 7th. Community Prayer - April 13 @ Petitco- Kids Cove - Baptist Church. Tuesdays, Library (756-3144) Hours: Tues, Wed, Fri, Public Skating Mon., Wed., and Thurs. from diac Mennonite Church. Noon– 6 pm. 6:15 pm. Children K-5. Games, crafts, and Sat 10-1 & 2-5, Thurs. 1-5 & 6-8 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm. Cornhill Nursery and Cedar Café open- drama. Storytime (Ages 2-5) Wednesdays from Last Public Skate on April 4th. -April 5-7 10:30-11 am- ing for season, April 20th. Grafting Seminar Kiwanis -Tues.. Apr. 9th and 23rd at Pee Wee Competitive C Hockey Tourna- Adult Book Club - Thurs., Apr. 11 from - Learn how fruit and ornamental trees are 6:30pm.. New members welcome. For ment 6:30-8 pm- propagated using this ancient art.. 10 am - information call Neil at 756-3347. Boys and Girls Club 12 pm. Free but call 756-3635 to register. Welcome to Kindergarten - Sat., Apr. 13 St. John Ambulance Baby-sitting Course, Legion 18 Kay St, Petitcodiac. 756-3383 from 11 am to 1 pm. A special celebration April 20th. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Call 756- Cubs & Scouts - Wed. evenings 6:30-8. Walking Club - Mon., Weds. & Fri. from for pre-kindergarten children and families! 2841 to register. Anglican Church. 9 - 10 am.- Stories, games, crafts, and exploration of the library. Bring Welcome to Kindergarten Annual Bowlathon April 20th begins at 9 Drop-in Play Group - Thurs. mornings at Merry Makers 2. April 2nd, 8th and 22nd. bag you received from your school to the am. Call 756-2841 or 756-8810 to register St. Andrew’s Anglican church from 9:30 - 10 am - 2 pm.- library for a special family program. - a team. 11:30 am for preschool children & parent/ Legion Branch Meeting. Thurs., Apr. 4. 8 Creative Writing Corner - Thurs., Apr. 25. Dance, April 26th. Ages 8 to 12. 7 - 9 pm. caregiver. No charge. Call Christine 756- pm. - 6:30-8 pm- 2296 for info. Money Crib Tournament. Sun., Apr. 7 at 1 Church Services-Petitcodiac pm. (Registration 12:30). - Movie Afternoon (Ages 5-12) - Fri., Apr. Baptist - Sunday School 9:30 am and Foot Clinic: Petitcodiac Drugmart from Ladies Auxiliary Meeting. Thurs., Apr. 11. 26. 1:30-3 pm. We’ll be playing the hit Morning Worship 10:50 am.- 9:00 to 4:15. Apr. 9 and 11. By appt. (756- 8 pm.- movie Wreck-It Ralph - Petitcodiac Mennonite - Sunday School 3391). $35. At the Legion. Texas Hold ‘em. Fri., Apr. 12 & 26. 7 pm. LEGO Club (Ages 6+) Sat. Apr. 27 from 9:45 am and Worship Service 11:00 am.- Legion noon meals - All welcome. Price 2:30-4 pm Geri -Fitness - (50 +) Tuesday mornings St. Andrew’s Anglican - Sunday Service at $7. Local takeout available upon request. from 10-11 am at the Kiwanis building. Call Monday Morning Merry-Makers 2 - Apr. 9:00 am - Apr. 3 - Roast Beef Tanya at 756-2198 for details. 2, 8 & 22 @ Legion. 10-2. Soup & Salad St. James United - Sunday School & ser- Apr. 10 - Salmon lunch $6. Games/Bingo. vice at 11 am. Jam Session - Fri., Apr. 12 & 19 @ Ki- Apr. 17 - Meatloaf wanis from 7 - 10 pm. Apr. 24 - Cod Fish- Petitcodiac continued on page 5 Page 5. Local News & Views April

Petitcodiac Continued from pg 4 Seniors Club - 2 pm. 1st Monday of the Comedy at Large month @ Kiwanis. Pot Luck. Petitcodiac Sportsman Club - Meets on by Laurie Blanchard 3rd Thurs. of the month at 7:30 pm. New Taking Time for Me Weight Group meets Salisbury, NB members welcome. Club house is located every Monday night at the Petitcodiac Bap- at 1030 Sanatorium Road. www.sportsman- tist Church with weigh in at 6:00 and meet- • What is the difference between onions and bagpipes? No one cries when the bagpipes club.ca ing at 6:30. Please use side door off parking get diced up. lot. For more info call Shirley Murphy at Petty Trailblazers ATV Club -Poker 756-2894. • What is the difference between baseball and a politician? In baseball, when you get Run - April 6 @ Bill Muirhead’s, 4396 caught stealing, you're out ! Route 106 (Homestead Road). Registration Village Council - Meetings are open to the

8-10 am. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. public. If you wish to address council, you • Did you hear of the lady that was married 4 times ? First to a millionaire, then to an 50/50. Potluck supper after the bike run. must make a formal written request to the actor, then to a pastor and finally to an undertaker. I guess you could say it was one for Members $10, Nonmembers $15. Contact office 48 hours prior. This month, meetings the money, two for the show, three to get ready and four to go! Bill at 756-3913 for more info.-Meets 3rd are Apr. 10th at 12:00 and Apr. 24th at 7:00

Wednesday @ the Legion building at 7:00 pm. • A fella came home from work and ask the better half how her day was. Not so good, pm. War Museum - Open by appointment. Call she replied. Today I creamed the potatoes, the peas and the car ! Pilates - Mon. at 5:30 pm, Wed. at 6 pm Cathy @ 756-2068. Free admission. at 800 Route 885 (Havelock Rd.). Private • A snail crawled up to a bar at a club on New Years Eve and told the bartender he consultations available Mon. Wed. and Fri. Westmorland County Agricultural Fair wanted a martini. The bartender replied, sorry I don't serve snails. Aw come on said Call Lee at 756-9008 for details. (W.C.A.F.) -3rd Annual Fundraiser Auction the snail, it's New Years Eve ! Again, the bartender said NO ! Aw come on said the - April 6 at 7:00 pm, Kiwanis building. Any snail, I need a drink ! The bartender swept his arm across the counter and the snail Saint John Ambulance (at Kiwanis)- donations can be dropped off @ Kiwanis went flying off in the far corner of the room. About one year SJA Junior group meets every Wed. at building during that day from noon to 4 pm. later, the snail again crawled up to the counter and asked..... 6:30-7:30- Call Susan MacLeod @ 534-2411 for more have you changed your mind yet ?? SJA Youth group meets every Wed. at info. 6:30-8:30 pm- Adult meetings 3rd Sunday of the month at Women’s Institute - Meets second Tuesday 1:30 pm of the month at 1:00 pm. Call Jean at 756- 2985 for more info. People Who Laugh a lot Live Longer LADIES SPRING FAIR SHAKE OFF WINTER BLUES AND GET READY FOR SPRING! YOU KNOW WHAT IS COMING NEXT….. MOTHER’S DAY , PROM, WEDDINGS WE HAVE YOU COVERED. COME SEE ..... ALYSSA MARTIN PHOTOGRAPHY EPICURE Local News & Views JOCKEY PERSON TO PERSON LIA SOPHIA MARY KAY Subscription Form $35 NORWEX And more Representatives from each of the above will meet you at: Great gift idea for your out of area families. Maritime Motorsports Museum Hall of Fame 5 Hooper Lane, Petitcodiac, NB E4N 0B4 756-2110 Sunday, April 28th, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Your Name: WE want to see YOU looking and feeling the best for Spring & Summer. Contact Person: Melanie Wade 756-8546 Telephone: Where paper to be sent: KEVIN A. MURRAY Logging & Construction Name: Petitcodiac NB Address: Excavating, Bulldozing, backhoe, loader, float trucking: Gravel, Sandstone, Topsoil, Fill, Crushed Rock, Land Clearing, Wood Processing, City: Softwood & Hardwood, Septic Systems, Snow Coin-operated Removal, Sand and Salt Postal Code: Open 24 hours a day. 540 Route 905 7 days a week! Forest Glen, NB E4Z 6C8 Proprietors Ph:/Fax 756-2421 Ray & Jeanie Jorgenson Cell 866-3960 or 866-4572 Page 6. Local News & Views April

The Doctor Game W. Gifford-Jones M.D. Adrenal Exhaustion ; The constipation and diarrhea. There is also a tendency to weight gain, reduced sex drive 21st Century Disease and feeling better when stress is temporarily decreased, such as on a holiday. Are you tired for no reason? Hav- Elgin News ing a hard time getting out of bed? Or So how do you fight adrenal fatigue? First, Submitted by Elsie Steeves feel run-down and stressed all the time? learn to “adapt” to stress. A good start is International Women's Day Celebrated In ing opened by repeating Mary Stewarts If so, you may have the first symptoms to separate the possible from the impos- Elgin Collect. Roll call answered by "Naming a of adrenal exhaustion and must learn sible. You can’t tell an idiotic boss to go to A very well attendance was shown at the Current Event". 10 members were pres- to “adapt” before it becomes a steady hell until you win the lottery. Or, as Joseph 11th year of the International Women's ent. It was noted the money made from habit that causes more than heartburn. Stalin once remarked, “One has to live with Day Celebration in Elgin. Karen Davidson the Auction on International Women's Day the devil until one reaches the end of the As Charles Darwin, the British scientist welcomed everyone at the door with a ticket was donated to the Elgin W.I. Hall Build- bridge.” remarked. “It’s not the fittest that survive, for the door prizes. The hall was filled with ing Fund. The group was informed about nor the most intelligent, but those who can tables of books, movies, etc. An auction was a special presentation on April 12th, 2013 Relaxation techniques such as yoga and adapt to their environment.” Or, as is often held of many jars of goodies. Julie K Marks at the W.I. Hall at 2:30pm. Everyone in meditation can be helpful. So can massage, said, “It’s not the work that kills, it’s the welcomed everyone. Bonnie Price held a the Community is welcome to attend. The as the hands-on approach does more than worry”. "Mother Goose Get Acquainted Game." Vesey Flower Bulb Campaign will end May just give you a good feeling. Athletes get a Dennise Miller of Mental Health Associa- 1st. May 25th auction was discussed more good rub down to get rid of the lactic and The thumb-sized adrenal glands are tion was the guest speaker. She stressed fully. The group is still taking pop bottles, carbonic acid produced by tense muscles. situated on the top of both kidneys and the importance of getting the proper help etc for a fund raiser. Winona McLean had It also helps to exercise, get rid of caffeine, have been called the body’s primary “shock for this illness and learn to cope with it the program for the month. "Questions increase the amount of raw fruits and veg- absorbers”. They produce a number of through diet, exercise and lots of rest. and Answers" on how important water is etables in the diet along with whole grains hormones such as adrenaline, cortisol and Many pamphlets was on display for all to to our bodies and how Aspirins should be and protein. DHEA. If you encounter a saber-toothed enjoy. Colleen Bannister and Donna Carty taken properly. This was a very informative tiger, adrenaline shoots up, the heart beat provided a great stress reliever-MUSIC. program. Following is the W.I. Officers for Make sure you receive adequate amounts quickens and you prepare for battle and Karen Davidson held a quiz on Canadian 2013-2014. of minerals and vitamins. For instance, survival. Today’s hectic pace also keeps our Women. President of the Elgin W.I. thanked President- Hazelanna Carter stressful situations eat up vitamin C. Studies adrenal glands in high gear. everyone for attending and spoke about a 1st Vice- Zaherra Denath show that, under stress, animals immedi- group of local Women who walk at the end Secretary- Elsie Steeves ately produce 10 times their normal amount Stress is the most common cause of adrenal of every month in honour of Women Of Treasure- Pauline Whittle of C. Humans should also increase their fatigue. This can occur when a loved one The World. Video was shown of the walks Other committees were appointed and Con- intake of vitamin C to bolster their immune dies, or overwork, physical and mental the past few months. This was a project of venors were read. Following the adjourn- system. Studies also show that taking extra strain, chronic pain, infection, anger, sleep A.C.W.W. 11 ladies from Elgin area attend ment a lovely lunch was enjoyed. vitamin C pills, or Medi-C Plus, a powder deprivation, chronic illness, depression and this walk. Michelle spoke about the Fundy EVENT that contains large amounts of C and lysine, anxiety. As one wise sage remarked, “Stress Valley Food Markets being started up in Everyone is welcome to attend a special can prevent atherosclerosis (narrowing of is when you wake up screaming and you rural areas urging folks to buy local and sell presentation at the Elgin Women's Institute coronary arteries) and even reverse this realize you haven’t been to sleep yet!” local. Linda Goggin had several pamphlets Hall on Friday April 12th at 2:30pm. Hon process to prevent needless heart attack, the of interest to everyone on Healthy Living. Rob Moore and MLA Wayne Steeves will nation’s number one killer . Patients with adrenal fatigue may complain Each table had beautiful decorated glass jars be present. Refreshments will be served. of cold hands and feet, low back pain, sweet called "Memory Jars." Those who wished to Bring a friend. Another natural remedy called Adrena- cravings, headaches, allergies, arthritis and do so could take a jar home and fill it with EVENT Sense also helps to combat adrenal fatigue. allergies. Cortisol dysfunction can also memories and return the jar to 2014 Cele- May 25th, 2013 at 7pm the Elgin Women's It contains a number of international root lead to low blood sugar, infertility, immune bration. Upwards of 60 ladies attended from Institute will hold their yearly Auction, herbs whose health effects have been tested problems and heart disease. various areas. Hats off to the very active Silent Auction and Indoor Yardsale. Please over time. For instance, Siberian ginseng committee who put the program together. attend and bring a friend. Anyone wishing has been used for years in Siberia and China Temporary and minor stressful situ- Great Job Gals. The song "I'd Like to Teach to donate articles please call 756-2531 or and known for its adaptogenic and anti- ations result in slightly higher levels of The World To Sing" closed the days events. 756-8260 or other W.I. Members. Proceeds stress properties. adrenaline and cortisol. But day after day, A lovely lunch was provided by the Elgin from the Auction go to the Renovation stress is also associated with an increase Women's Institute. Fund. Other herbs such as Suma, Rhodiola, Schi- in blood pressure and excessive levels of Elgin W.I. Elects Officers for 2013-2014 zandra berries and Ashwagandha help to adrenal hormones. Finally, if there’s no re- The March Meeting of the Elgin W.I. was decrease depression, stimulate the nervous Elgin News continued on pg 8 lief from stress, adrenal hormones drop and held at the home of Hazelanna Carter. Meet- system, improve memory, enhance work adrenal exhaustion occurs. Adrenal fatigue performance, support the immune and is like withdrawing money from a bank ac- digestive systems and have a positive effect count until there’s none left. R. STEVENS MECHANICALS on thyroid and adrenal function. As adrenal hormone levels decline, apart 687 Salisbury Back Rd The dosage of AdrenaSense is one capsule, from weakness and fatigue, digestive Colpitts Settlement E4J 1K6 three times a day with meals and unlike distress is one of the most common symp- many prescription drugs is safe and well Ph: 372-4333 toms. Some people complain of nausea, tolerated. • N.B Inspection • Tires • Complete Automotive Repair • Computer Diagnostics Page 7. Local News & Views April two months and he would come back and Athletics New Brunswick Sud-est/South East Athletics track club, Everyday People buy it. The farmer agreed. In October he put James gets to work with various top level Submitted by Sheila Boissonneault his little Hobby farm in Ontario up for sale Athlete profile James Brace track and field coaches including former for the same price they wanted for the farm Submitted By Nathan Paton National Head Coach Dr. Earl Church, Ath- “Whatever you do, do it with all your in New Brunswick. In October 1970 they letic's New Brunswick High Performance heart”, these are words of wisdom from the moved down. He had a few head of young coach Steve LeBlanc and the club's head Bible and while listening to Hollis Steeves’ cattle, but then had no money to live on. So coach Peter Stuart . When asked to com- story these words came to my mind. he went to a Bank manager in Moncton and ment about James, Stuart, had this to say: asked if he could borrow money, he told « Despite only being involved in the sport Hollis Steeves was born in Moncton in him that he had this farm with a few cattle, for a few years, he is a hard working and 1935; his family lived on the bottom end of all paid for but no income. The manager determined athlete. He has a great attitude St George St. next to the railroad tracks. He was from P.E.I and he put 10,000 dollars in towards his practices that were probably remembers at five years old watching the his account, telling Hollis that he had faith developed in his other sports when he was steeple go on the Cathedral. in him as a farmer. younger. He could develop into a top level national racer. " Sometime later they moved to the country Hollis built that farm up to a big modern This summer, James will also com- on McLaughlin Road. At 17 he went to farm with silos and stable cleaners with pete at the National Track and Field Cham- work in the woods at the Lumber Mills. In borrowed money from the government James Brace, from Intervale (Pet- pionships that will take place in Moncton the summer of 1952 Hollis joined the Army and paid it all off. His children grew up ticodiac), NB is a 28 year old New Bruns- June 20 to the 23rd. ready to go to Korea. He took his training as and moved away leaving just him and his wicker that holds almost every provincial But all this hard training has been paying a paratrooper in Calgary. After nine months wife on the farm. In 1986 Frank Workman record wheelchair division. Brace is cur- off in Brace’s eyes's. When asked if he was he got leave and decided to hitch-hike knocked at his door and wanted to buy his rently training for the 2013 Canada Games excited about the prospect of represent- home for his 18th birthday. He arrived six farm, Hollis put a price on it and Frank that will take place in Sherbrooke, Quebec ing New Brunswick at the Canada Games, days later after a hard trip from Calgary to bought it. Hollis moved next door and August 11-18th. Brace’s response was a hearty “yes”. “It’s New Brunswick. His former Sunday school through the winter the new owners took Brace has always been an athlete, my biggest goal this year he added”, em- teacher had an 18th birthday party for him. over their farm. participating in hockey for most of his life. phasizing the importance of the event. He He used to put in between 10 and 15 hours will likely be competing in three events; He had wanted to go to Korea but being 17 Then people encouraged him to get into a week on the ice, meaning he is no stranger the 200m, the 400m, and the 1500m. And when he joined he was too young. He took politics. In 1987 he won along with the to hard work. He never had a passion although the 200m is his favorite, he is his paratrooper training in Rivers Mani- McKenna Government and he stayed in for track and field when he was younger. most looking forward to the 1500m, as he toba. When the Korean War ended in 1953 politics eight years. In 1995 his wife died. However after an accident in 2006 left him has only raced in the longer distances twice he was posted to Germany and spent three without the use of his legs it seemed to him before. While the opportunity to compete is and a half years there with the occupation Hollis has nine grandchildren, one step-son, that the only sports available were wheel- huge, so is the pressure. Despite the pres- Troupes. Being a paratrooper can be dan- and nine great-grandchildren. In 1997 he chair basketball or sledge hockey. Brace had sure, Brace takes it all in stride. “I try not gerous and although Hollis got through his met his wife Stella; she has three daughters never even heard of the wheelchair division to over think it. I need to concentrate and time safely he did remember a friend who and one grandchild. At 65 they began to of track and field, yet received an invitation simply do my work.” The athlete was also got caught up on the bottom of the airplane. grow strawberries, it was going good until to attend an outreach program for para-ath- recently invited to take part in the National The plane had to keep circling around until the deer moved in on them. One spring they letes organized by Athletics New Brunswick Training Camp from March 26- April 4th in the CO landed on the ground so they could had 67 deer in their fields, they even ate at at the CEPS of l’Université de Moncton in Clermont, Florida , to work with Canada's radio him and ask for permission to cut the the cedar trees. 2010. He attended, and to his surprise ANB top athletes and coaches. man loose, permission was granted. The technical director Gabriel LeBlanc was When we asked him if he had any paratrooper’s emergency chute opened, and Hollis now raises Heritage chickens; the impressed with what he saw. Approaching wisdom or advice to offer someone looking he landed safely. Chanticleer is one breed for Canadian cli- Brace after the event, Gabe made his stance to try out a new sport, he was quick to offer mate, it is good for eggs and meat. He also clear. “We’re keeping you” He has been some encouragement. “Give it a try before It was in Germany Hollis met his first wife belongs to the local Feather Club. racing ever since. saying no… hopefully you find what you’re and they had four children. Returning to As the prospect of the 2013 Canada looking for.” He continued by explaining Canada he was promoted to instructor at He said he has to be working and he worked Games looms, Brace’s training has been that he had in fact found what he was look- the Borden Military Police School. He was hard all his life; to that Stella said to me, stepped up to intense level of commitment. ing for through sport. “I’m in the best health in the Army for 10 years and he enjoyed that I was lucky to have him sitting and Aside from 2-3 weight training workouts I ever been in, energy wise, physically, his career, but was tired of moving and he talking with me for an hour. per week, Brace spends 3-4 days per week mentally and emotionally. Sport brings out on the track, sometimes practicing twice a was slated to go to Egypt. So because he a better part in anybody”. knew people in the Ontario Police Force, Hollis said that he had four jobs and he day. Practices may consist of sprints, inter- he applied for the police force and was ac- liked them all and he was successful in vals, technical training or distance work. cepted. He stayed there for six years. While them all, and he considers himself a lucky “Every day is different” Brace says. working as a policeman he enjoyed farm- man to have married two wonderful women. A member of Moncton based Athlétisme ing on his “Hobby Farm”. He had a desire to farm so he returned to Moncton to visit Hollis Steeves is a good example of a hard- his parents; it had been five years since he working man; one who served his country 230 Old Post Road had been home. While out driving with his in the military and one who served his This n’ That Ph:756-2844 father he discovered an old farm on Dobson province and community in politics. Corners for sale, the old Fleming Dobson April Specials farm. 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ity (like Indian food) or certain foods that over a common interest and secondly, to Elgin News you would like to try (like how to make generate some income to improve/upgrade continued Perogies) the W.I. Hall. SubmittedSubmmitteed byy ElsieElslsiie SteevesS or perhaps cake baking and decorating Dear Members, or learning how to prepare healthy meals on If you have any thoughts regarding the a small budget above, please email Zaheera Denath at zed- The Women's Institute is looking to utilise •knitting or crochet of any level [email protected]. In addition to ideas for the W.I. Hall as the weather warms up for learn how to knit or improve your skill level workshops, a day of the week that is prefer- a series of either monthly or bimonthly by learning new techniques able for the workshop would be an asset to workshops. We are interested in your input workshops geared towards children planning. as to the type of workshops you would like Input is greatly needed here from parents to attend. with children Thanking you in advance for your contribu- showers bring •basic first aid or wilderness first aid tions, Some ideas that have already been put forth •yoga classes Zaheera Denath are: •Cooking classes The purpose of these workshops is twofold. this could revolve around a specific ethnic- Firstly, to bring the community together Flowers Poley Mountain Hill Climb 2013 Presented by South Eastern New Brunswick Snowmobile Association Club #20 April 6 2013 Poley Mountain, Sussex New Brunswick $20 entry fee per class – KING of the hill class 100% payback – all others trophies Only open to 16 years of age and older [16-18 years requires parental consenting P.F.D Off Road Rescue KING OF THE MOUNTAIN signature, on-site] Registration 8:30 – 10:30, racing starts at 11 The Petitcodiac Volunteer Firemen’s 14TH ANNUAL SNOWMOBILE RACES Rules: Poley Mountain Ski Resort Sussex, N.B. Association is undertaking a fund raising Standard safety check for belt guard, snow project for off road rescue equipment. This Saturday, April 6th, 2013 flap working kill switch and/or tether equipment will be a valuable resource as ALL PRIZE WINNERS IN DISPLACE- we continue to serve out community and Registration: 8:30am - 10:30am MENT CLASSES WILL BE BORE surrounding area. There have many inci- Racing starts at 11:00am - $20 per CLASS CHECKED dents in the recent past that have required That is 500/600/700/800 – ILLEGAL EN- us to call on neighbouring fire departments ADMISSION: Adults $10, 12 & under free with adult. TRIES WILL BE DISQUALIFIED to assist us, and they have always been ORGANIZED BY: South Eastern N.B. Snowmobile Association 4-Strokes will be based on MSRF rules – there to do so. But, now is the time for us IN CO-OPERATION WITH: Poley Mountain Ski Resort aftermarket turbos/NOS 900 + and king to work towards securing our own equip- SPONSORS class only ment. Adair’s Wilderness Lodge Frank L. Steeves Ltd. • race bibs for riders, require $10 refunded Atlantic Motoplex G. Bourque Ltd. Several fund raising projects are now in Hickey Bros. Ltd. Reliable Rentals deposit with return the planning and we trust that several more Advance Motorsports HI-Tech • rider entry includes 1 pit pass for mechan- projects will be suggested. Albert County Ace Hardware Kings County Auto Parts ic – extra passes $ 5. The first project Allweys Doors MacDonal Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd. Due to provincial legislation there cannot be will be a firemen’s Carter’s Septic Tank Service Moosehead Breweries Ltd. a 120 class, sorry kids. Collins Lobsters (Mike Mitchell) Motovan boot drive April Dalton/Drive Power Riverglade Motocross Spectator admission is $10 19th and 20th, at Dayco Belt’s Phillips Bros. Excavating Ltd. Hope to see everyone there. the Petitcodiac Dooley’s Pro Equipment Repair For any more information, you can contact Super Variety and Eastern Spring Works Inc. Toys For Big Boys Ltd. Earl at (506)372-4409 the Irving Mainway Earle Wright Modern Enterprises Ltd. E-Z Builders Westmorland/Albert Solid Waste (Circle K). For Information: WWW.SENBSA.COM Earl @ 372-4409 Any individuals or organizations who would like to assist or require more information may contact any member of the Fire Dept. or Fire Chief Gerald Jones at 871-4351, or Deputy Chief Peter Saunders 871-2233.

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Pollett River Run 2013 Petitcodiac is Getting a Walking Trail It all happens on boat or what ever the last Saturday of the contraption The Rec Council has been working with every April and it is you decide to the village to establish a walking trail already on people’s travel in gets tak- along the Petitcodiac River. minds. You got! It en by the river. is the Annual Pollett It could lead to It will begin beside the graveyard on Ren- River Run. getting jammed frew and will run along the river, behind against the rocks. the new wastewater lagoon, and come Each year the Elgin Get upstream out on the road leading to the lagoon. Fire Hall puts on a from the canoe or It is approximately 1.5 km long and is breakfast to raise raft and push it to nearly 3/4 finished. The topsoil has been money for their fire shore or pick it removed and replaced with a base layer department. If you up down river. (sandstone), which is overlain with a type are in the area stop 2. If you tip and of crushed stone, which has been donated by and have a bite to find yourself in by Graymont (NB) Inc. Kevin Murray eat the money goes to a good cause. fast rocky rapids don’t try to stand up. Your has donated a portion of his time to the feet might get stuck between rocks and the project. The Village of Petitcodiac has If you are lucky to make it to the end, after current will knock you over. It is best to provided funding. Also, Daryll Goddard you put it. (Which usually takes a few hours float down river feet first until you get to has given permission to construct the trail with stops along the way.) The take out is water that you can stand in easily. This is along the edge of his field. where the Pollett River rushes under the easier done when wearing a life jacket. Sanatorium Road Bridge. Don't worry you This has been a project members of can't miss it, there is usually hundreds of Wear a life jacket! the Rec Council have been working to people gathered there. If you decide to take the trip down river. complete for a couple of years now. It is anticipated that the trail should be completed in It could save your life. Also it would be another year or two, at which time we hope to focus attention on developing trails through- At the end of the run you will see guys mud a good idea to have a rope it will come in out the wooded area at the end of Maple Avenue (Winter Carnival site). bogging with their trucks, ATV and side by handy and paddles to help steer. sides. The last couple years people had food We hope the River Trail can be accessible throughout the entire year (with a commitment like sausages, hotdogs, hamburgers for sale Do Not Drink and Drive from the village), and that it will get lots of use from people within, and around the village. incase you got hungry and some time the Don’t drink and drive have a designated fry truck is there.. driver, arrange for someone to pick you up, Please be respectful and do not leave trash or just don’t drink. and garbage behind.

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39th Annual RICK”S RANT (April, 2013) on it goes….I’m getting stressed just April 19th, 20th & 21st contemplating the situation! Most of us “car Submitted by Rick Wood guys” have so many interests, that our one General Admission $15.00 Recently, I was meeting with a bunch car would have to be multi-functional….be Seniors & Military $ 12.00 of “car guys” and someone posed an dependable, look good, handle great, have Children (6 - 12) $ 6.00 interesting question: “If you could only own horsepower, be streetable and trackable Children (5 & under) Free one car for the rest of your life, what would (????), and yet keep our interest peaked Moncton Coliseum (taxes & handling fees included) it be?” Wow! Only one? It started a lively forever….. I would have to have one car discourse within the group….. Having that could morph over the years for a wide personally owned over 175 vehicles, and variety of uses and situations. Is there a one many of them I wish I had never sold, really car out there that I would be satisfied with? got me thinking….. I highly doubt it!!! And that folks, is why I’m a “car guy”, and so are many of you…. What’s intriguing about the question is not And hopefully we’ll never have to be put in the buzzkill of imagining you could never a position of owning “just one”! buy another car, it’s that your answer says everything about who you are as a car guy. ----Rick, the Car Guy If your first thought was, “Hmmmm, I’d Tickets on sale now! need something big enough to haul the family,” then you need to get your priorities straight!!! You might not be a true “car guy”. Kids love the bus…..

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Earth Day such as green, brown or blue. Public Life Earth Day is a name used for 2 similar Earth Day is not a public holiday and public The “Earth Flag”, which was designed by global observances. While some people life, with regard to transport schedules and John McConnell, has been described as a celebrate Earth Day around the time of the opening hours for schools and businesses, is “flag for all people”. It features a two-sided March Equinox, others observe the occasion not affected. dye printed image of the Earth from space on April 22 each year. on a dark blue field, made from recyclable, Background weather-resistant polyester. Margaret Mead Earth Day aims to inspire awareness of and The April 22 Earth Day, founded by Senator believed that a flag that showed the earth as appreciation for earth's environment. It's not Gaylord Nelson, was first organized in 1970 seen from space was appropriate. to be confused with Earth Hour to promote ecology and respect for life on the planet as well as to encourage aware- People unite on Earth Day to appreciate and ness of the growing problems of air, water Earth Day respect earth's environment. and soil pollution. So Earth needs BY JANE YOLENI am the Earth Grass and stone and tree What do people do Some people prefer to observe Earth Day And the Earth is me. And things that grow here The April 22 Earth Day is usually cel- around the time of the March equinox. In Each blade of grass, Naturally. ebrated with outdoor performances, where 1978, American anthropologist Margaret Each honey tree, individuals or groups perform acts of Mead added her support for the equinox Each bit of mud, service to earth. Typical ways of observing Earth Day, founded by John McConnell. And stick and stone That’s why we Earth Day include planting trees, picking up She stated that the selection of the March Is blood and muscle, Celebrate this day. roadside trash, conducting various programs Equinox for Earth Day made planetary Skin and bone. That’s why across for recycling and conservation, using recy- observance of a shared event possible. The world we say: clable containers for snacks and lunches. As long as life, Some people are encouraged to sign peti- Symbols And just as I As dear, as free, tions to governments, calling for stronger Symbols used by people to describe Earth Need every bit I am the Earth or immediate action to stop global warming Day include: an image or drawing of planet Of me to make And the Earth is me. and to reverse environmental destruction. earth; a tree, a flower or leaves depicting My body fit, Television stations frequently air programs growth; or the recycling symbol. Colors dealing with environmental issues. used for Earth Day include natural colors

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Building from April 22 to April 26 everyone who supported us during our or Hospital with family ,Mon. - Fri. from noon to 4 p.m. each day difficult time. We appreciated your many South East Regional at her side following a and 7 to 9 p.m. each evening. acts of kindness, encouraging words, lengthy illness. Adult Learning Board Saturday only from 9 a.m. to noon is prayers, food, cards, e-mails, and gener- Born in Gander Bay, 857-9912 NF, she was a daughter GED & PRE-GED PROGRAM "pack a bag for a toonie day" ous donations. Great Buys. Everyone Welcome Special thanks to 4100 ICU. To Terry of the late Patrick and Do not have your High School and Tina and staff of Armstrong’s Funer- Pearl (Thistle) Farrell. In her early working diploma and need it for work or The Salisbury Masonic Lodge al Home for your guidance and support. years, Joyce joined the Royal Canadian Air college? Then contact the Baked Bean, Potato Scallop The family would like to also thank Salisbury Adult Learning Center as we Force serving in Peacekeeping as a Fighter & Ham Supper everyone for the support and generous Control Operator in Northern Quebec. Involved offer full and part time GED training Saturday April 18th, 2013 donations and all the work that was put in her community she attended the Second North (continuous intake). There is no cost to from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm. into the fund raiser held for the Boys and River Baptist Chrurch, was a life member of the attend, and the Cost is Adults $9.00 and Children $5.00. I held on Feb 23. former Second North River W.I., a past Trustee program is Employment Insurance, We are located at Your thoughtfulness and support will of the former School District 16, past Chairper- Social Development and Post 3132 Main Street Salisbury, NB never be forgotten. son of the Sponsoring Committee for the 580 Air Secondary Education Training and Sharon, Riley and Murray Kierstead Cadet Squadron, member of Branch 31, Royal Labour approved and funded. St. John Ambulance Canadian Legion, Salisbury and attended the Baby sitting course Monday Morning Merry Makers. HOME IMPROVEMENT April 20,2013 Survived and sadly missed by her children 8:30-4:30 MEMORIAL Wanda Edgar of Calgary, Deborah Cochrane of Price $45.00 Lincoln, Bill (Dianna) of Second North River, High End Napoleon Pellet Stoves Robert (Martine) of Oromocto, Cindy Cochran Register by April 04 Space Limited 45 40% off purchase, venting andd Douglas Bruce (Stephen) of Lewis Mountain, Bruce (Gail) of Corey Av Petitcodiac, NB Crossman London On., Patricia Englehart (Albert) of Ot- installation. Wett Certified Age must be 12 years by Dec.31,2013 1963-2005 tawa On., Lori Ritchie (Dave) Brampton On., Steve Ryder Please call 756-2841 April 1, 2005 Lesa Black (James) of Calgary; 16 cherished 534-2369 grandchildren ; brothers Jimmie, Pierce (Ann) Those we love and Harry (Barb) ; a sister Grace Keats; sister in 3rd Annual Westmorland County don’t go away law Miriam Anketell (Roderick) and by several They walk General Masonry Agricultural Fair Auction nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by beside us ev- Residential-Commercial-Industrial April 6th 7 PM Kiwanis Build- her husband George (1989); son in law Wendall eryday which Edgar and grandson Logan Cochran. ing Petitcodiac Stephen Gough we love Resting at the Salisbury Funeral Home, 3350 Donations can be dropped off day Salisbury Road (372-4800) with visiting Sat- Certified Bricklayer/mason Loretta, of auction ,noon to 4 pm Nickie, Lacey, urday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held Over 25 Years Experience For more info contact Susan at Mom, Dad, Kelly, Vicky, Jarrett, Shelbey, from the Second North River Baptist Church on Sunday March 3 at 2 p.m. Interment at a later Salisbury, NB Mikie, & Rocky. 534-2411 date at the Monteagle Cemetery. If desired memorials to the Lung Association or 506-372-5067 Leave message a charity of choice would be appreciated by the 506-863-8377 Cell The Glades Baptist Cemetery located on the Sanitorium Road is having a " Clean family. FREE ESTIMATES www.keirsteads.ca Up Day" on Saturday, April 27 & May 4 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. If you have rela- Chown, Gordon Robert “Razor”, 51, of Monc- tives buried here and would like to help, ton, and formerly of Parkindale, passed away at EMPLOYMENT please come & join us. Don't forget to the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont Hospital on March bring a pail, sponge or rag & soft bristle 1, 2012. Born in Moncton, he was a son of Lena Chown (nee Harrison) of Parkindale, and the late brush for cleaning headstones. Lunch will Country Care Special Care Home Donald Chown. Besides his mother, Gordon is looking for PT/FT employee & Summer be provided. survived by his sister, Sheila LeBlanc, and his Student (must be 19+ years of age) brothers: Lawrence, & Philip (Lesley), all of Please contact Nancy at 756-8273 Parkindale; his twin brother, Girvan of Sackville; Or send resume to: [email protected] Country Music Jamboree and his sister Freda Chown of Ontario. He is "C" Company & Guests also survived by his extended family, Sharon and Sat. April 27th 7:30 P.M. Laurie, at Shar’s Care in Moncton, where Gor- FOR SALE Hillsborough Kiwanis Center Our thoughts are ever with you since you don has lived for the last 20 years. Gordon was More info call 756-2455 passed away predeceased by his father, Donald Chown; his brother, Mark Chown; and his sister, Geraldine Those who loved you dearly are thinking of Dry mixed hardwood Chown. There will be a graveside service held in Year old, stored in shed CONGRATULATIONS you today the Parkindale Cemetery at a later date. No flow- Cut, Split & delivered to Elgin and In loving memory of Greg Crandall who ers by request. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Petitcodiac area passed away April 3rd, 2008 Foundation, or a charity of your choice would or self pick up available Sadly missed by Family & Friends be appreciated by the family. Arrangements Call 756-2424 Post them Here !! have been entrusted to the care of Armstrong’s Funeral Home, 33 Russell Street, Petitcodiac. On-line condolences are available at:www. armstrongsfh.com Page 15. Local News & Views April

OBITUARIES OBITUARIES OBITUARIES OBITUARIES

Bannister, Eva Bernice Berry, E. Donna, Ann Patricia “Pat” It is with great (nee Weir), 88, of Prosser 72, of Petitcodiac, Scougal, 76, of sadness that we Brook, passed away at the passed away at the Steeves Settlement, announce the Jordan Lifecare Centre on Moncton Hospital passed away at home passing of Denis Monday March 18, 2013. on March 7, 2013. on March 5, 2013. Tyler at the age of Born in Turtle Creek, she Born in Petitcodiac on Born in England, she 81, born Febru- was a daughter of the late September 22, 1940, was a daughter of the ary 22nd, 1932, John and Hattie (nee Smith) she was the daughter late Harry and Phyllis after a brief illness. Weir. Eva was a past member of the late Edward (nee Charlton) Scou- Denis is survived of the Prosser Brook Baptist and Miriam Mae (nee gal. Pat is survived by three children: Church, and the Prosser Brook & Parkindale McCully) Shaffer. by her sisters: Kathy Gordon Finch of Women’s Institute. She is survived by her son, Donna retired from Scougal of Steeves Hamilton, Ontario, Gordon “Gordie” Bannister of Salisbury; her Canada Post after over Settlement, Phyllis Marilyn Suzie sisters: Elinor MacDonald, and Audrey Steeves; 30 years service, and has been involved with the (Edward) Masson of British Columbia, Linda Whalen (Stephen) her brothers: John Weir, and Benjamin “Benny” St. John Ambulance for many years, receiv- (Colin) Armstrong of England; her brothers: Al- of Moncton, New Brunswick, and Richard Weir; her special niece, Esther Douthwright; as ing the “Serving Sister” medal and the “Long lan Scougal of England, Donald (Joan) Scougal Tyler (Jennifer) of Hamilton, Ontario; and his well as by many other extended family members Service” Medal (given for more than 12 years of of England, as well as by several nieces and girlfriend, Jean MacEachern of Moncton, New and friends. Besides her parents, Eva was pre- efficient service). She always enjoyed knitting nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. Pat Brunswick. He is survived by his grandchildren deceased by her husband, Arnold Bannister; her and going to craft shows. Donna is survived by was a flying officer with the R.A.F. in her youth, that he enjoyed spending time with: Justin, Tyler, sisters: Hilda Morrissey, and Charlotte Martin; her daughter, Sue Anne (Conrad) of Petitcodiac; and was one of the first females to qualify as an Brenda, Cameron, Corey, and Ashley. He is and her brothers: Raymond Weir, Howard Weir, her sons: David (Pam) of Petitcodiac, Jef- Air Traffic Controller. She began showing dogs also survived by his sister-in-law, Shirley Tyler, Clarence Weir, and Eric Weir. Visitation was frey (Marie) of Wellington Center, PE, Kevin in 1972, and began breeding Irish Wolfhounds as well as by many nieces and nephews. Denis held on Wednesday March 20, 2013 from 5-8 (Annette) of Riverview, and Michael (Judy) and Borzoi in 1974, and she had a great passion was very active and certainly enjoyed keeping pm; the funeral service was held on Thursday of Didsbury, AB; her grandchildren: Christa for heavy horses. Upon her retirement from Air himself in shape, being outdoors, walking, gar- March 21, 2013 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Leonard (Nathaniel), Thomas (Carrie), Jason (Stephanie), Traffic Control, Pat undertook retraining with dening, traveling, and bowling. For many, many Geldart presiding, all in Armstrong’s Funeral David, Christopher (Chrissy), Alyssa (Jason), the Provincial Veterinarians, and the Elmwood years, his passion was playing guitar and singing Home, 33 Russell Street, Petitcodiac. Interment Tricia (Trevor), Natalie, Melissa, Rebecca, Cory, Veterinary Clinic. She was a lifetime member of to some of his favorites: Hank Snow, Merle will be held in the Hillside Cemetery at a later Ashley, Hailey, Nicole (Jeff) and Matthew (Crys- the Moncton Kennel Club, and a member of the Haggard, and Johnny Cash, just to name a few. date. Donations to the Jordan Lifecare Centre tal); her great-grandchildren: Isabelle, Marissa, Irish Wolfhound Club of Canada. Pat is loved by Denis is the last surviving member of his family, or a charity of choice would be appreciated. A Kalley, Emily, Jacob, Mya, Alison, Terry, and Hanna, Fella, Maggie, and her bed-buddy, Suri. predeceased by his brothers: Jack and Bob; and special thanks to all the nurses and staff at the Kira; as well as by many extended family mem- As per Pat’s request there will be no visitation his sisters: Francis and Elizabeth. He was also Jordan Lifecare Centre. On-line condolences are bers and friends. Besides her parents, Donna was held. Arrangements have been entrusted to the predeceased by his wife of many years, Irene. available at:www.armstrongsfh.com predeceased by her husband, Dennis Berry in care of Armstrong’s Funeral Home, 33 Rus- Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of 1982. Arrangements have been entrusted to the sell Street, Petitcodiac, from where the funeral Armstrong’s Funeral Home, 33 Russell Street, Blake Cecil care of Armstrong’s Funeral Home from where service will be held on Saturday May 11, 2013 Petitcodiac, from where his funeral service was Marshall, 91, of visitation was held on Saturday March 9, 2013 at 2:00 pm. Donations to the S.P.C.A., or to the held on Monday March 4, 2013 at 2:00 pm with Elgin, passed away from 2-4 & 7-9 pm; the funeral service was charity of the donor’s choice would be appreci- Rev. Keith Adams presiding. Donations to the peacefully Sunday held on Sunday March 10, 2013 at 2:00 pm in ated by the family. On-line condolences are Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated evening, February the Petitcodiac Baptist Church with Rev. David available at: www.armstrongsfh.com by the family. On-line condolences are available 24, 2013 at the Jor- Woodworth presiding. Interment will be held in at:www.armstrongsfh.com dan Lifecare Centre. Maplewood Cemetery at a later date. Donations Bernice Julia Hull, Cecil was born on Florence Agnes to the St. John Ambulance or to the Friends of 70, of Wheaton Set- MacDonald, 93, of Gowland Mountain, the Moncton Hospital would be appreciated by tlement passed away August 8, 1921. He Salisbury, passed away the family. On-line condolences are available at: at home, Wednesday, at the Moncton Hospi- was a son of the late www. armstrongsfh.com March 13, 2013. Blake and Wilda (nee tal, Saturday, March 2, Born in Upper 2013. Harrison) Marshall. Ridge she was the Cecil farmed at his Kimberly (Kim) Born in Intervale, she Ann Riley, 46, daughter of Evelyn was a daughter of the home in Mapleton, Colpitts and the late drove school bus, was a truck driver for T. Eaton of Dieppe passed late Henry and Alberta away at her Gurney Crossman. (Goddard) O'Blenis. Co., and Fawcett’s Lumber Co., until his retire- Bernice was a home- ment. He was active in his church as a deacon residence Friday, Florence was a former March 15, 2013. maker, she enjoyed housekeeper for vari- and enjoyed singing in the choir. He was also gardening, flowers, active with the Blueberry Maple Fest. He will Born in New ous motels. She was a Hampshire and knitting and doing member of the former Boundary Creek Baptist be missed by his daughter, Erna Faye Steeves crafts. (Winston) of Elgin; three grandchildren: Kevin raised in Salisbury, Church and former Boundary Creek W.I. She she was the daugh- She is survived and missed by her mother attended the Salisbury Pentecostal Church. (Yvonne) of Rothesay, Kent (April) of Elgin, Evelyn Colpitts (Gordon) of Salisbury; daughters and Erica Mills (Dave) of Elgin; six great- ter of Rupert and She is survived and missed by her children Linda (Simpkin) Jennie Ward of Moncton, Debbie McLaine (Wal- Douglas Jones (Deborah) of Boundary Creek grandchildren: Jade, Cameron, Danika, Graydon, ter) of Milton, PE, and Tracy Quinn-DesRoches Preston, and Avelyn; his sister, Alma Steeves and Parsons and foster and Mildred Simpson of Colpitts Settlement; daughter of Gary (Dave Cormier) of Lakeville; grandchildren fourteen grandchildren; twenty-seven great his brothers: Otto and Perley (Elsie), all of Elgin; Blaine Ward, Melissa Ward, Benjamin McLaine, his sister-in-law, Judith (Harry) of Salisbury, as and Sheila Taylor. grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. Kim worked for A&W and she enjoyed spending Tara McLaine, Jamie Harding, James Quinn, and Also survived by sisters Ethel McNutt (Harry) of well as by many nieces and nephews. Besides Robert DesRoches; brothers Charles Crossman his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Jean; time with her family, especially her cherished Moncton, Cora MacDougall of Jemseg, Marjorie grandchildren. (Nadine) and Richard Crossman (Sharon) both McCarthy of Moncton and Ida Harper (Gordon) his sister Edna; and his brothers: James, Guy, of Wheaton Settlement; special friend Francis Arthur, and Harry. Cecil rested at Armstrongs Kim is survived and sadly missed by her of Anagance and brothers George O'Blenis beloved husband of 24 years Tim; children Kris- Lirette (Frank); favourite cousin David Steeves (Ruth) of Boundary Creek and Hubert O'Blenis Funeral Home, 33 Russell Street, Petitcodiac, of Salisbury and several nieces and nephews. where visitation was held on Wednesday Febru- topher (Samantha) and Kayla Riley (Thomas) (Janette) of Toronto. Florence is predeceased by both of Colpitts Settlement and T.J. (Caitlin) Resting at Salisbury Funeral Home, 3350 husbands Harold Jones and James MacDonald; ary 27, 2013 from 6-9 pm; the funeral service Salisbury Road (372-4800) visitation will be was held at the First Elgin Baptist Church on of Kinnear Settlement; grandchildren Bryauna, daughters June MacCallum and Edith Gautreau; Kloey, Jackson and Kyla; sister Karen, brother Saturday, March 16, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and from granddaughter Dawn Elizabeth Sherwood; Thursday February 28, 2013 at 2:00 pm with where the funeral will be held in the chapel Pastor David Hawkesworth and Rev. Donald Bill and several foster siblings. Also survived brother Raymond O'Blenis and son-in-law Doug- by her father-in-law Clarence Riley (Popa) and Sunday, March 17 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Lloyd las Simpson. MacDougall officiating. Interment will be held in O'Blenes officiating. the spring at the Elgin Cemetery. Donations can sister-in-law Stephanie Gravell. Resting at Salisbury Funeral Home, 3350 Salis- There will be a Celebration of Kim's Life at If desired, donations to the Lung Association bury Road (372-4800) visitation will be Monday, be made to the Jordan Lifecare Centre or a char- or charity of choice would be appreciated by the ity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated Salisbury Funeral Home & Crematorium, 3350 March 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. and from where the fu- Salisbury Road (372-4800) Tuesday, March 19 family. neral will be held in the chapel Tuesday, March 5 by the family. Arrangements are in the care of www.keirsteads.ca Armstrong’s Funeral Home. On-line condolences at 11 a.m. at 2 p.m. with Pastor Jarvis Lepper officiating. are available at: www.armstrongsfh.com If desired, donations to the Cancer Society If desired, donations to the War Amps or charity would be appreciated by the family. of choice would be appreciated by the family. www.keirsteads.ca www.keirsteads.ca Page 16. Local News & Views April

Maritime Motorsports Hall Of Fame April Fool’s Day 8th Annual 4-Wheeler Draw

Unlike most of the other non foolish Fish. The prank is to stick a paper fish on holidays, the history of April Fool's Day, the back of another person without being sometimes called All Fool's Day, is not noticed. totally clear. It is not like Halloween, where despite an interesting history, most people Pranks performed on April Fool's Day range just put on Halloween costumes, get candy, from the simple, (such as saying, "Your and leave it at that. There really wasn't a shoe's untied, or I accidentally stepped on "first April Fool's Day" that can be pinpoint- your glasses!), to the elaborate. Setting a ed on the calendar. Some believe it sort of roommate's alarm clock back an hour is a evolved simultaneously in several cultures common gag. Whatever the prank, the trick- at the same time, from celebrations involv- ster usually ends it by yelling to his victim, "April Fool!" ing the first day of spring. Winner of the 4-wheeler - Riverside Speedway, NS The closest point in time that can be identi- Practical jokes are a common practice on fied as the beginning of this tradition was in April Fool's Day. Sometimes, elaborate 1582, in France. Prior to that year, the new practical jokes are played on friends or year was celebrated for eight days, begin- relatives that last the entire day. The news ning on March 25. The celebration culmi- media even gets involved. For instance, nated on April 1. With the reform of the a British short film once shown on April calendar under Charles IX, the Gregorian Fool's Day was a fairly detailed documen- Calendar was introduced, and New Year's tary about "spaghetti farmers" and how they Day was moved to January 1. harvest their crop from the spaghetti trees. And let's not forget the IRS socks us with However, communications being what they our online tax software deadline in April. were in the days when news traveled by Coincidence? You decide! foot, many people did not receive the news for several years. Others, the more obstinate April Fool's Day is a "for-fun-only" obser- crowd, refused to accept the new calendar vance. Nobody is expected to buy gifts or Motor BBQ winners and continued to celebrate the new year on to take their "significant other" out to eat in April 1. These backward folk were labeled a fancy restaurant. Nobody gets off work or as "fools" by the general populace. They school. It's simply a fun little holiday, but a were subject to some ridicule, and were holiday on which one must remain forever often sent on "fools errands" or were made vigilant, for he may be the next April Fool! the butt of other practical jokes.

This harassment evolved, over time, into a tradition of prank-playing on the first day of April. The tradition eventually spread to England and Scotland in the eighteenth cen- Group Photo from the event tury. It was later introduced to the American colonies of both the English and French. April Fool's Day thus developed into an international fun fest, so to speak, with different nationalities specializing in their own brand of humor at the expense of their friends and families.

In Scotland, for example, April Fool's Day is actually celebrated for two days. The second day is devoted to pranks involving the posterior region of the body. It is called Taily Day. The origin of the "kick me" sign can be traced to this observance.

In France and several other European coun- tries, April 1 is often referred to as April

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Maritime Motorsports Hall Of Fame Every house because it can be customized and dog needs painted in various colors. But whichever widges column, he wrote “Debbie his own type you choose, remember that there must has become one of the sports most little space be an adequate room for water and food dedicated members”. That July, at where he inside the doghouse so that your canine will Onslow, she grabbed the checker can play not be walking in and out of it. flag over David Meehan and and sleep. Danny Eddy. It can be There should also be sufficient space for In 1982 she attended Southards in the form him where he can sleep, walk around and Racing School in Florida, where of dog exercise. A big dog house is always better. she learned unded NASCAR houses, Ideally, it should be huge enough so that driver Dick Trickle. dog ken- your k9 can lie down comfortably. She raced with the MASCAR tour nels, dog in 1984. Debbies racing career pens or small animal cages . Nowadays, you You also need to be particular about the in- was shortened in a fatal crash can find various options for a dog's shelter sulation. If you reside in an area with severe at Riverside Speedway during depending on your preference or budget. temperatures, better opt for an insulated dog a MASCAR feature race. Deb- But before purchasing any product, there house to protect him against intense heat or bie paid the ultimate price that are several factors you need to take into cold. Having a house with removable roof brought immediate changes to the consideration to ensure that what you're is also beneficial to give you better access to safety harness rules in stockcars in buying really suits your k9. the dog house, allowing you to clean it eas- Canada and Northeastern United ily and quickly. It is also recommended that DEBBIE HALLAHAN States. Inducted November 14, 2009 The first consideration is the size of your you raise the floor in setting up the shelter Over her 7 years of racing she competed dog and how much space he needs. If you in order to prevent water from entering it Competitor in Stockcar Racing at such tracks as Onslow speedway, River have a small backyard, it is important that during the rainy season and isolate it from Glade Speedway- where she won her first you plan what is best for the area and how the cold ground during winter. When Debbie was ask about her most excit- race, Atlantic Speedway and Riverside you can utilize the space. Putting up a small ing moment- her reply was “Racing…just Speedway. She said the other drivers treated dog house inside this structure would be a Lastly, you must ensure that the dog house racing!”. her just like one of the boys during a race, practical move. is made from sturdy materials that can with- Debbie was born to a racing family, both not giving her any special breaks. She said stand even the toughest weather conditions. her Mother and Father raced stockcars. In speeding around the track is a thrilling There are tons of sizes, designs and shapes It should be designed in such a way that fact her Mother was racing just before Deb- experience. of dog houses that you can buy today. Com- your canine will be protected from the heat, bie was born. Debbie was a Corporal in the Armed Forc- monly, a canine house is made of either cold, rain and other harsh elements. If your The Hallahan family, was a true expression es. She enjoyed snowmobiling and horse- plastic or wood materials. Some prefer the pet enjoys spending time in the outdoor, of dedication to auto racing, her Father Jim back riding, Her day job was administration plastic type because it lasts longer and is then a doghouse is just the perfect option! Hallahan has been involved for over 60 clerk with Canadian Armed Forces. easier to clean. Others choose wood dog years. Debbie’s father accepted the plaque for her She did some racing without a motor. She Induction into the Maritime Motorsports began racing stock cars in 1977 at the early Hall Of Fame Inc. age of 15 years. Her first car was a pink and baby blue rotary powered Mazda #33 Mini Stock also known as Pony Class, depending where she was racing. In 1981 her car# was 19 indicating her age. At that time she was the only female racer at the Onslow Speedway and Atlantic Speedway, both in Nova Scotia. In the 1982 Onslow program in Ernie Led-

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1 2 3 4 5 6 >Lion's Bingo >Geri Fitness SB >Golden Age Club >Story Time > LEGO time SL >Adult Volleyball SB >Men's Ball Hockey >Computer Course SB 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 World SMS Scholastic >Lion's Bingo >Geri Fitness SB >Men's Ball Hockey >Story Time >Library Kindergarten Health Day Book Fair 8th - >ACW meeting SB Bag Day >Adult Volleyball SB >Book Lovers >JMA report cards 11th >Book Sale SJA

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SALISBURY COMMUNITY DAYS COMMITTEE Salisbury Community Days 2013 will take place August 15-18, 2013. Anyone interested in helping with this year's events please contact [email protected]

Salisbury United Church Women are now selling tickets for their annual take-out and St. John Ambulance delivered Ham and Salad supper with fresh roll and yummy dessert. Tickets are $8.50 each and The SJA (St. John Ambulance) Youth & Junior Groups meet EVERY Wednesday evening in the can be purchased by any UCW member you might know or by calling Lois Budd at 372-4357. Supper Kiwanis Community Centre on Railway Avenue will be delivered to your home on April 20th between 3:00 and 6:00 pm. in Petitcodiac. The Youth (ages 11+) meet from 6:30pm to 8:30pm and the Juniors (ages 6 - 10 Contact for the Salisbury & District Recreation is 372-3273 or Doug Duff at years) meet from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. If you have [email protected] or Amanda Tingley (President) @ any questions or would like more information please contact Diane Wilson, 372-5639. Please [email protected] .. The SDRC Inc. will be holding their annual note there is NO fee to join SJA Youth but we do meeting at the Village Office at 7pm. PUPLIC WELCOME .. charge $3.00 for the Junior programme as they get a Sash on which they sew their earned badges. Did you know.... Salisbury Lions Club All you can eat pancake breakfast April 19 at the Village Council has been holding a Canada Day Celebration Club Hall. 7:30 to 10:00am/ Bingo at the Club Hall since the late 80's. Over the years with financial help from , every Tuesday night starting at 7pm Heritage Canada we have continued and expanded the celebration into what it is today. Hope to see you on July 1st! St. Jude's Catholic Church April Salisbury Happenings Regular Service each week at 8:30am..

St. John's Anglican Church Salisbury Golden Age Club Salisbury Golden Age holds services every Sunday at 11 am with Sunday School Club offered at the same time. Bible studies are held on Tues. at 7 meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each meets on the 1st and 3rd month at the Salisbury Lions Club. Activities Thursdays of each month at the pm with ACW following bible study on the 2nd. Tues. of each Salisbury Lions Club. Activities begin at 12:00pm with a potluck meal, followed month. The ACW will be holding a book sale in the Church begin basement on April 13 from 9am to 4pm - Come and browse and by meeting and games. For more information, at 12:00pm with a potluck meal, take some books home with you!! contact Harry Hopper 372.1093. followed by meeting and games. For more information, contact Harry Hopper 372.1093.

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LIGHTING OF DRY GRASS AND 2013 Junior Women Champion OPEN FIRES By-Law 40 states: - The light- ing of any open fire to dispose of dry grass, Ben & Ed - “da boys” brush, hay, straw, leaves, buildings, construction #8 - 3070 Main St. Salisbury, NB materials, automobile or garbage in the munici- Ph: (506) 372-4511 Toll Free 1-800-260-5151 pality is prohibited. - Other than in a properly constructed incinerator approved by the Depart- ment of Environment and Local Government THE AMAZING and its successors, no person shall light a fire outside a building for the purpose of disposing Rose of the Week! of any refuse or waste material. 3 Stem Bouquet SPRING SPECIAL PICK UP - VILLAGE Only @12.95 ea. Spring special pick up day for the village is scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2013.Any items We are 1 of only 29 flower shops in the residents wish to have picked up must be placed Maritimes that is participating in this at roadside. Please be sure to have items at the awesome deal. Each week there is a new curb early, as pick up can commence any time rose being introduced, so be sure to check after 5:00 a.m. - Appliances/Furniture, - Lum- Samples our facebook page Ben & Ed - ”da boys” ber and yard waste must be bundled and tied in - Flowers, Gifts & Home Decor and in our 4ft. lengths, - Tires (Limit of 2 per household), likes you will find the link to the page “The NOT ACCEPTED - Batteries, paint products, Amazing Rose of the Week” chemicals, propane tanks, and other hazardous materials. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE Mother's Day Basket Draw The Mobile Household Hazardous Waste Re- QualityQQualliity SealSeall covery Unit will be at the Salisbury Municipal The basket is valued at $250.00 FreshFFrressh forffor 7 DaysDaD ysys Building, 56 Douglas Street on: Wednesday, Draw date is Sunday, May 12, 2013 GuaranteedGuG aranteedd May 15, 2013from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Bring Mother's Day your household hazardous wastes for safe You may not see her on the ice at the disposal. These are products such as solvents, Customer will receive an entry form for a rink in Petitcodiac this year, but Angel is pesticides, and chemicals. purchase "in store" only! still skating and bringing home the medals STUDENT JOBS Summer is fast approaching to Petitcodiac. Her most recent win was on and we will soon be hiring our summer students Thank you for Supporting Your Local Florist! February 1st and 2nd, 2013 in Dartmouth for this year. Please drop off your resume at the N.S. Village Office. For a better chance at getting a LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Angel skated at the 2013 Robert McCall job with ANY organization, remember to apply “THE AMAZING ROSE OF THE WEEK” Memorial Competition. She has moved up through the SEED Program. Applications are this year and skated in the Junior Women available at any Service New Brunswick Office. a few items! Knitting Circle -Wednesday April 9:30 am Geri fitness / 1:00 pm Prayer Team 17th from 6:30 -8:00 pm. Join fellow knitters / 6:30 pm Live / 8:15 pm Senior Choir Thur Division. Finishing with a first place stand- SALISBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY and crafters for inspiration and tips. All skill lev- 7:00 am Men’s Prayer Time / 7:00 pm Men’s ing after her short program on friday night. EVENTS Story Time -A free 30-minute els are welcome. These programs are offered free Ball Hockey Sunday / 9:30 am Sunday School / She skated an amazing long on saturday program of stories, songs, and literacy-building of charge. For more information call the library 11:00 am Morning Worship / 6:30 pm JAM for night securing first place. With combined activities for ages 2-5. We’ll read books, sing at 372-3240. Library Hours: Tuesdays, Thurs- grades 5 & 6 totals Angel brought home the gold with songs, interact with the flannel board, play with days, Fridays, Saturdays 10am-12pm & 1-5pm, more than a 12 point span to her next com- scarves or other toys, and colour a picture. Join and Wednesdays 1-5pm & 6-8pm. The library is On June the 7th the students, teachers and the petitor. A huge accomplishment when in public will be celebrating “A Day of Caring”. us for some fun every Friday morning at 10:00 located at 3215 Main Street in Salisbury. the world of skating it often comes down to am.! LEGO at the Library -Saturday April 6th This will be a time for the 3 schools to plant their Salisbury Baptist Events: Get Connected/Stay points of a point. between 2:00-3:00 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Bring community garden that is being developed in the Connected A computer Seminar for the 55+ Angel credits a lot of her success to her your friends and family to the library and build SES play ground. Share the Bounty Community Crowd how to get set up and use the internet to with LEGO. The Booklovers Reading Club for Garden is a project that has been in development coach Kathy Grenier. Kathy has been her your advantage. Location - Salisbury Baptist adults will discuss The Secret Scripture by Se- for the past year. Students will be starting plants coach since she began skating at 3 years Church (old kitchen) Date - Friday April 5 Time bastian Barry on April 10thfrom 6:15 - 8:00 pm. in classrooms and at home. On June the 7th the old and has developed a great love & - 6:30pm to 8pm Cost - $10 per person for more Welcome to Kindergarten Bag Day- Saturday public are invited to help the members get there respect for her. Also credits her coach Amy info - Salisbury Baptist Church 372 5179 or April 13th from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Children garden boxes ready. It will be a great celebration Ouelette and her choreographer Charlene Randy Matheson @ 872 0319 starting kindergarten in the fall are invited to with live entertainment and activities for every- Clothing Give Away is April 18 from 8:30 Vienneau whom she relies on as well. Angel bring their Welcome to Kindergarten Bag to the one. There will be more information coming am to 6:30 pm. Items to give away can be says "It may be an individual sport but it library where we will read stories, do fun litera- in next months news. If you have any inquires dropped April 16 & 17 between 8:30 am and takes a good team working hard to achieve cy-building activities, and practice with crayons, please contact the village office @ 372-3230. 2:30 pm. success and I think I'm working with the scissors, glue and play dough. Younger and Sharing the Bounty is a community project! If older children are welcome to join in as well. your interested in benefitted from the gardens best!" Mon. 6:00 pm Junior Choir / 7:00 pm Senior We’ll have extra supplies if your bag if missing please call High Youth Tues.7:00 pm Adult Volleyball Wed.

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